Behind the Scenes

We all look forward to seeing our completed portraits, but it is also fun to see how the artists choose to work and spend their time. They each have their own style and procedures.

Typically, the artists photograph the subject and then paint the portrait in their studios from selected images; however, some portraits are completed in one day from life. Each artist is unique in their process; and having your completed portrait gracing your walls is a treasure that you will cherish for a lifetime.

No matter the artist’s process; having that completed portrait gracing your walls is a treasure you will cherish for a lifetime.

Popular family artist Melissa Crawford in her studio!

Steve Craighead and his precious subject enjoy showing off her “from life” pastel.

Master artist, Daniel Greene in his studio for a final sitting with Dr. Meleis.

Rich Nelson enjoying some “drawing from life “ time with fellow artists – a great way for artists to enhance their drawing skills which make paintings stronger!